During the summer, Thursday evenings in downtown Chelsea are filled with music, food, and community spirit, and St. Louis Center was happy to be part of the fun. Training Coordinator Robin Smith, her daughter, and resident Lee B. served sno-cones during Chelsea's...
National Poetry Month in April gave St. Louis Center residents an opportunity to express themselves through words, art, and imagination. Working with Skill Building Program Director Haylie Gottschalk, residents wrote original poems about themselves before creating...
David, Charlie, and Kristin (above, l to r), danced the night away to their favorite Elvis tunes. Elvis was alive and well at St. Louis Center as residents, families, staff, and friends gathered for an evening filled with classic hits, dancing, laughter, and audience...
Reece Hitt, Skill Building Supervisor, kept her eyes on Kyle and Jerome as they attempted to clear the limbo pole. Music, laughter, and glowing colors filled the gym as residents celebrated one of St. Louis Center's favorite traditions, the annual Glow Dance Party...
Gray skies and chilly temperatures didn’t stand a chance against the energy at St. Louis Center, where Day Program Coordinator Haylie Gottschalk brought a burst of fun with “Spirit Week,” February 23rd–27th. Each day invited residents and staff to jump into a new...
Each year, the residents of St. Louis Center eagerly look forward to participating in the Tim Tebow Foundation’s global celebration, Night to Shine. This prom-like event for people with special needs, ages 14 and older, is celebrated in 74 countries at 975 churches...
Volunteering with Joy Each weekday throughout the year, residents of St. Louis Center share something far greater than a meal—they deliver kindness, connection, and care through the Meals on Wheels program organized by the Chelsea Senior Center. Rain or shine, these...
Basketball is a favorite activity for many St. Louis Center residents, some of whom have played on Special Olympics teams for years. To share the mission of St. Louis Center with young people in the community, Fitness Specialist Caitlin Blomquist invited the Chelsea...
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our residents look forward to Christmas all year long, delighting in the many opportunities to celebrate, create,...
St. Louis Center had the honor of welcoming members of the Weingartz Family Foundation on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The foundation is dedicated to uplifting the community by supporting causes that reflect its values, particularly in the areas of human services and...
This summer at St. Louis Center was filled with friendship, creativity, and adventure. From barbecues and theatrical performances to parades, zoo trips, and furry encounters at the 4-H Fair, residents celebrated the season with joy. Each experience brought laughter, community spirit, and lasting memories, reminding us that summer is best when shared with friends old and new.
Fr. Amal, SdC, Mike Dunbar, children of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Jacqui Pampuch, and Fr. David Stawasz, SdC. Beginning in September 2024, Fr. Amal taught two residents of the St. Louis Center the importance of the Holy Eucharist. Through his catechism lessons,...
